Strabane Woods of Washington is growing! The facility is searching for a Nursing Assistant to complete their team!

This is a full time position working 3-11pm!

Purpose:Assist the nursing team in delivering the highest quality of care to the residents. Represent nursing leadership in off-hours, managing emergencies, customer service issues, and ensuring staffing coverage.

Responsibilities:

Assure equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department.

Establish appropriate and effective communication strategies.

Establish professional and respectful interpersonal relationships.

Contribute to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting residents.

Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures.

Listen to resident/family concerns and assume responsibility for follow through.

Provide feedback to the Director of Resident Care and Charge LPN regarding resident care and report changes in resident's status.

Document in the Nursing Assistant notes to established procedures.

Comply with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions and understand policies and procedures for blood borne pathogen exposure.

Strictly adhere to all policies and practices relative to resident care and facility related information, respond within the scope of the nursing assistant role to emergent situations, Provide companionship/supervision one on one with residents as required.

Maintain current CPR certification at Heart Saver level and First Aide. Constructively receive feedback and direction.

Identify and communicates learning needs to the Resident Support Coordinator.

Take action to improve knowledge, skills and performance.

Request assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed.

Participate in self-review as requested by the Director of Resident Care.

Perform routine tests such as but not limited to resident weights and vital signs.

Acquire and distribute supplies and equipment to facilitate resident care delivery including, but not limited to performing messenger functions, ordering, setting up resident care equipment within the scope of the nursing assistant position.

Suggest and support changes within the department.

Assume responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges. Demonstrate awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques

Preferred Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

Act 34 Criminal Clearance

Basic Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation or First Aid Certification

Older Adult Protective Services Act

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesSalary Range:
$13.16
to
$19.16

Union Position: No

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UPMC provides a total rewards package that can help you achieve the goals you have for your career and your personal life. Whether you want to learn a new skill through a training course, reach personal health and wellness targets, become more involved in your community, or follow a career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful, UPMC can help you get to where you want to be.

Strabane Woods of Washington is growing! The facility is searching for a Nursing Assistant to complete their team!

This is a full time position working 3-11pm!

Purpose:Assist the nursing team in delivering the highest quality of care to the residents. Represent nursing leadership in off-hours, managing emergencies, customer service issues, and ensuring staffing coverage.

Responsibilities:

Assure equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department.

Establish appropriate and effective communication strategies.

Establish professional and respectful interpersonal relationships.

Contribute to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting residents.

Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures.

Listen to resident/family concerns and assume responsibility for follow through.

Provide feedback to the Director of Resident Care and Charge LPN regarding resident care and report changes in resident's status.

Document in the Nursing Assistant notes to established procedures.

Comply with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions and understand policies and procedures for blood borne pathogen exposure.

Strictly adhere to all policies and practices relative to resident care and facility related information, respond within the scope of the nursing assistant role to emergent situations, Provide companionship/supervision one on one with residents as required.

Maintain current CPR certification at Heart Saver level and First Aide. Constructively receive feedback and direction.

Identify and communicates learning needs to the Resident Support Coordinator.

Take action to improve knowledge, skills and performance.

Request assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed.

Participate in self-review as requested by the Director of Resident Care.

Perform routine tests such as but not limited to resident weights and vital signs.

Acquire and distribute supplies and equipment to facilitate resident care delivery including, but not limited to performing messenger functions, ordering, setting up resident care equipment within the scope of the nursing assistant position.

Suggest and support changes within the department.

Assume responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges. Demonstrate awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques

Preferred Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

Act 34 Criminal Clearance

Basic Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation or First Aid Certification

Older Adult Protective Services Act

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesSalary Range:
$13.16
to
$19.16

At UPMC, our shared goal is to create a cohesive, positive, experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and community. If you too are driven by these values, you may be a great fit at UPMC!

UPMC provides a total rewards package that can help you achieve the goals you have for your career and your personal life. Whether you want to learn a new skill through a training course, reach personal health and wellness targets, become more involved in your community, or follow a career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful, UPMC can help you get to where you want to be.